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It’s hard to believe that this large, beautiful Buddhist temple is situated in the middle of a bustling metropolis. It’s impossible not to be moved by the beauty and serenity of this enchanting temple. You can even stay overnight for a fee.

About Bongeunsa Temple

It’s hard to believe that this large, beautiful Buddhist temple is situated in the middle of a bustling metropolis. It’s impossible not to be moved by the beauty and serenity of this enchanting temple. You can even stay overnight for a fee.

This Buddhist temple is over a thousand years of age and is quite well kept and maintained. While the temple is only a few blocks away from a shoping mall, it is rather peaceful and quiet inside the temple. There are about 13 buildings /...More

We visited the temple in April after shopping for a bit in the Coex Mall. Luckily, when we went there weren't too many other tourists. The grounds are beautiful and really peaceful despite being in the middle of an urban area. The decorations are colorful...More

Korea temples are known for their architecture and tinge of the ancient feel. This temple is no exception. Situated at Bongeunsa Temple Station (Seoul Subway Line 9), Exit 1 - it is very accessible. There's a little shop near the entrance, vegetarians can purchase some...More

Place is located in the always busy Gamnang area. Entrance is free, and the area is quite calm and nice. While for me Seoul seems as very western oriented country, it was good to be able to see actual old culture.
Also place seems to...More

The temple could not be missed when visiting Seoul. Just out of Exit 1 of Bongeunsa station was a beautiful temple located on a hill. The main entrance was impressive with hundred of mini lotus pond. Besides, the temple was decorated beautifully with thousands of...More

It was longest trip i had in Seoul ( considering that i usually get lost and find something interesting on my way which isnt described in any bookguides) BUT definetly worth to go! Temple is at mountain and to get there you need few changes...More

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Samseongdong / COEX

A large business hub, Samseongdong is anchored byKorea’s World Trade Center, where many importantbusiness exhibitions and meetings are held. Theenormous COEX mall sprawls underground, providing amyriad of things to do and see, including a largeaquarium and movie theater. For a bit of peace andzen, head over to the ornate Bongeunsa Temple which isone of Korea’s most important places of worship. Or

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